American Government 1/2 Syllabus.docx

American Government Syllabus Ms. Kettner 2015-2016

Course OutlineFirst Nine Weeks: Illinois Government Branches People Constitution EXAMSecond Nine Weeks: US Government Branches People Constitution EXAM

ExpectationsAll students are expected to:1.) Arrive to class on time.2.) Bring all necessary supplies to class.3.) Show respect towards Ms. Kettner and other students.4.) Make an effort to do well.

AssignmentsGenerally, you will have time at the end of class to complete assignments. If homework is assigned, it will be minimal. This means that there is NO EXCUSE for assignments that are incomplete. If you are not using your assigned homework time in class wisely, there will be points deducted from your assignments. Make it easy, finish your homework at school so you can spend your night doing things you want to do, not things you HAVE to do.

Academic HonestyPlease make sure that all of the work you turn in to me is your own. If you are caught copying assignments from other students, you will receive zeros on those assignments. If you are caught plagiarizing sources from the internet, you will receive a zero on the assignment. NOTE: This is pretty lenient, if you are caught plagiarizing in COLLEGE, you will not only receive zeros but may also be removed from school and have LEGAL action brought against you. Save yourself the time and learn to do it the right way now!Grading Policy

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I will be grading using a points system. Quizzes and tests will be worth more points than every day assignments. You will also receive a course participation grade for taking and keeping your notes.

If you disagree with a grade that you receive on an assignment, project, or test you have the right to question this grade. I do, however, require that you take this right seriously. All grade concerns need to be submitted to Ms. Kettner IN WRITING within 48 hours of receiving the grade in question. Complaints not submitted in writing will not be eligible for review.

Course WebsiteI will be posting all assignments, projects, and other important information for class to a course website. You can access this website to check what assignments have been given, upcoming test dates or projects, and any other important information. The website link is: www.shilohsocialstudies.weebly.com .